What does caliginous mean? Can I use it to say that it was a dark time in the metaphorical sense?

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May 11, 2018

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Explanation:

Caliginous is an adjective that means:

Dark, misty, obscure, dim

Since you are describing a dark time, caliginous would be a fine word to use! It is a strong synonym for dark, so it would fit the context and add a vivid adjective to your description.